Description

A three-car basic set of the Eidan Subway Type 500, one of the classic red trains of Tokyo's Marunouchi Line. The Marunouchi Line opened in 1954 as Japan's first post-war subway line and became famous for its red trains with white bands and stainless steel sign-curve decoration.

KATO models the Type 500 as it appeared during the Eidan Subway era, with the distinctive bright red livery and decorative side band.

Features

• Three-car basic set of the Marunouchi Line Eidan Subway Type 500.
• Represents the Type 500 during its main period of service in the Eidan Subway era.
• Red body, white band and stainless steel sign-curve decoration reproduced.
• Slotless motor for smooth, quiet running.
• Headlights, taillights and front destination display 'Ikebukuro' light up on cars 705 and 664.
• Replacement front destination display for 'Ogikubo' included.
• Body-mounted KATO close couplers between cars.
• Special package design based on the subway tunnel and red train appearance.

Product details

• Scale: N gauge
• Train: Eidan Subway Type 500
• Line: Marunouchi Line
• Formation: 3-car basic set
• Interior lighting: compatible with KATO 11-211 / 11-212 lighting kits.
• Optional upgrade sticker: KATO/Hobby Center Kato 28-173 Marunouchi Line upgrade sticker.